as in birth
the act or instance of being born
my father and grandparents were proud observers of my nativity
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Bahr regularly posts fresh photos of his nativities on Instagram and Facebook.
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Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2023
When Did December 25 Become Christmas Day? While the Romans were toasting Sol Invictus on December 25, Christian leaders were debating when the nativity occurred.
—Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 20 Dec. 2023
The nativity scene often depicts Jesus as a baby, alongside his mother Mary, often regarded by Catholics as a saint; as well as his father Joseph, wise men and their respective gifts, shepherds, angels and various animals, including donkeys and sheep.
—Lawrence Richard, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2023
In addition to hundreds of live poinsettias, thousands of lights, a nativity scene, and a 30-foot Christmas tree, the lobby of The Jefferson also boasts a massive gingerbread display.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2023
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Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2023
When Did December 25 Become Christmas Day? While the Romans were toasting Sol Invictus on December 25, Christian leaders were debating when the nativity occurred.
—Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 20 Dec. 2023
The nativity scene often depicts Jesus as a baby, alongside his mother Mary, often regarded by Catholics as a saint; as well as his father Joseph, wise men and their respective gifts, shepherds, angels and various animals, including donkeys and sheep.
—Lawrence Richard, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2023
In addition to hundreds of live poinsettias, thousands of lights, a nativity scene, and a 30-foot Christmas tree, the lobby of The Jefferson also boasts a massive gingerbread display.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2023
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“Nativity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nativity. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.
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